Florence Police warn people of a phone scam

The scammers are calling and asking for money on behalf of the police department.

Posted: Apr 26, 2020 9:18 PM

Updated: Apr 27, 2020 7:40 AM

Posted By: Megan Reyna

Florence Police are warning residents in its jurisdiction about a money scam.

In a tweet, they said they have received information about a phone scam where callers ask people for money on behalf of the police department.

Florence Police said they will never contact anyone over the phone to solicit money.

We have received information of a phone scam where individuals are asking for money on behalf of the police department. The Florence Police Department will NOT contact anyone over the phone to solicit money. pic.twitter.com/0bkgKAbUdS